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Distance from Ward to Cedar Bluffs

Driving Distance
242 mi 389.5 km
Flying Distance
195.7 mi 315.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Ward, Iowa to Cedar Bluffs, Nebraska is 242 mi (389.5 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 195.7 mi (315.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 24 min

The estimated travel time by road is 3 hours 52 minutes

Traveling highway, long-distance in a west direction. Average speeds around 56 mph.

Location Details

Origin:


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Place Ward
State/Province Iowa
Country US
Latitude 41.029451
Longitude -92.886587
GPS 41.029451° N, 92.886587° W
Local Time 12:55 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Cedar Bluffs
Place Cedar Bluffs
State/Province Nebraska
Country US
Latitude 41.396946
Longitude -96.611416
GPS 41.396946° N, 96.611416° W
Local Time 12:55 AM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Ward, Iowa to Cedar Bluffs, Nebraska covers 242 mi (389.5 km) in a west direction. This highway, long-distance route typically takes 3 hours 52 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (221.7-242.0 miles / 357-389 km). The primary route shown here saves 7 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 56 mph (90 km/h).

Available Routes

I-80 W
242 mi 3 hours 52 minutes
Shortest Fastest
US-34 W and IA-92 W
224 mi 4 hours 3 minutes
US-34 W
221.7 mi 3 hours 56 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.